Craig Parton
LMFT offering somatic-informed therapy for stress, trauma, sexuality
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About
Craig Parton, LMFT, brings fifteen years of clinical work to his practice in Oregon. He grounds his approach in Somatic Psychology, viewing emotional life and bodily experience as deeply connected. This orientation shapes the questions he asks and the tools he offers, emphasizing mindful attention to sensations as a route to clearer self-understanding.
He creates a respectful, compassionate environment where exploration of vulnerable feelings and old wounds is central. Craig collaborates with people to identify patterns that may show up as self-injurious behaviors or repeated conflicts, and to translate new insight into more healthful choices and actions.
Sessions may draw on somatically based practices such as mindfulness meditation and body awareness alongside conversational exploration. His work addresses a range of concerns named in his practice focus, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and areas related to sexuality and process addictions. Craig aims to co-create a space that welcomes all parts of a person while helping them clarify underlying beliefs and intentions in everyday life.
He creates a respectful, compassionate environment where exploration of vulnerable feelings and old wounds is central. Craig collaborates with people to identify patterns that may show up as self-injurious behaviors or repeated conflicts, and to translate new insight into more healthful choices and actions.
Sessions may draw on somatically based practices such as mindfulness meditation and body awareness alongside conversational exploration. His work addresses a range of concerns named in his practice focus, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and areas related to sexuality and process addictions. Craig aims to co-create a space that welcomes all parts of a person while helping them clarify underlying beliefs and intentions in everyday life.
- Location:
- Oregon, United States
- Years Experience:
- 15
- Gender:
- Male
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Depression
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: OR LMFT T2442, CA LMFT 92678
- NPI Number: 1881149169
- License: LMFT (Oregon), LMFT (California)
Remote work with a somatic focus
Craig uses Somatic Psychology principles in online sessions to attend to the relationship between bodily sensation and emotional experience. He often integrates mindfulness meditation and body awareness practices into conversation, helping people notice how tension, breath, and posture relate to thoughts and feelings. This can be helpful for those who want to explore how physical experience and emotion intersect.Therapy is collaborative and exploratory. Craig emphasizes clear, direct questions and shared pacing so that sessions unfold around what is most relevant in a given moment. He works with clients to identify recurring patterns and to experiment with different responses, using somatic noticing and reflective inquiry as complementary approaches.
Online appointments are available through video calls and phone sessions, and he also offers live chat and text-based messaging as part of ongoing work. These options allow for flexibility in how people connect and continue therapeutic conversation between synchronous meetings.
How long has Craig practiced therapy?
Craig has fifteen years of clinical experience.
What credentials and licenses does he hold?
He is an LMFT and is licensed as OR LMFT T2442 and CA LMFT 92678.
Which languages does he use in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Where is his practice based?
He practices in the state of Oregon.
What communication methods are available for therapy?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
Does he accept international clients?
This profile indicates he does not accept international clients.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
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